Panasonic FH5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Panasonic FH5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS18
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched February 2013
- Other Name is Wi-Fi

Panasonic FH5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FH5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FH5 was released 3 years prior to the Galaxy Camera which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FH5 scores versus the Galaxy Camera with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FH5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH5 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH5 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
FH5 | Galaxy Camera |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Panasonic FH5
Galaxy Camera | FH5 | |||
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Launched | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 25 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FH5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera
FH5 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Panasonic FH5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH5 offers external measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FH5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FH5 versus the Galaxy Camera.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH5 and Galaxy Camera is 96 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic FH5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The image underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH5 and Galaxy Camera.
All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of files though you will need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FH5 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

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Panasonic FH5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FS18 | Wi-Fi |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2013-02-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 4.8" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121 grams (0.27 pounds) | 300 grams (0.66 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $169 | $450 |